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Framed Print : Share out. Armed police escort £15, 000 from the bank for distribution to 18, 000
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Share out. Armed police escort £15, 000 from the bank for distribution to 18, 000
Share out.
Armed police escort £ 15, 000 from the bank for distribution to 18, 000 members of the West Green P.S.A Slate Club.
12 December 1931
TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras
Media ID 11036564
© TopFoto.co.uk
Money Bags Police Policemen Twenties Alfieri Nineteen Twenties
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Bring the thrilling history of the past to your home or office with Media Storehouse's Framed Prints. This captivating image, "Share out. Armed police escort £15,000 from the bank for distribution to 18,000" by Alfieri from TopFoto, captures a significant moment in time. Taken on 12 December 1931, the photograph depicts an armed police escort transporting £15,000 for distribution to 18,000 members of the West Green P.S.A Slate Club. This vintage image is a captivating addition to any space, and our high-quality framing ensures it will be a conversation starter for years to come.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 34cm x 29.2cm (13.4" x 11.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print captured by Alfieri in the 1930s, we witness a significant moment of trust and security. The image portrays an armed police escort overseeing the transportation of £15,000 from the bank to be distributed among 18,000 members of the West Green P. S. A Slate Club. The scene is set on a chilly December day as policemen stand tall and vigilant, their presence instilling confidence in both those entrusted with safeguarding the money bags and those eagerly awaiting their share. This photograph encapsulates a time when such transactions required extra precautions due to economic uncertainties prevalent during that era. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth to this historical snapshot, allowing us to immerse ourselves in its timeless quality. As we observe these uniformed figures fulfilling their duty amidst bustling city streets, it serves as a reminder of how society has evolved over time. Alfieri's expert composition captures not only the physical act of transporting wealth but also hints at broader themes such as community solidarity and collective responsibility. It invites viewers to reflect upon notions of fairness and equity within our own lives today. This remarkable piece from TopFoto's collection offers us a glimpse into Europe's past while simultaneously sparking curiosity about what stories lie behind each individual involved in this extraordinary event.
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